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exploit

noun verb

a notable achievement

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
E
Ends with
T
Contains
XP
Scrabble score
16
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɛksplɔɪt

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. a notable achievement

    “he performed a great feat”

verb

  1. use or manipulate to one's advantage

    “He exploited the new taxation system”

verb

  1. draw from; make good use of

    “we must exploit the resources we are given wisely”

verb

  1. work excessively hard

    “he is exploiting the students”

In context

Example Sentences

he performed a great feat
the book was her finest effort
He exploited the new taxation system
She knows how to work the system
he works his parents for sympathy
we must exploit the resources we are given wisely
he is exploiting the students

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